1988 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Cuore | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Cuore | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2710 mm |
